At the present time, which provider is able to prescribe medication for serious mental illnesses in all 50 states?
a. advanced practice nurses
b. psychologists
c. psychiatrists
d. social workers
C
At the present time, the psychiatrist is able to prescribe medication for serious mental illnesses in all 50 states. In some settings, advanced practice nurses provide both counseling and psychotherapy. Some states allow the advanced practice nurse to prescribe medications.
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